Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1.4 GTX 5d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Abilities of this car make it a bargain, and I think it's lush, especially with a massive sunroof and lush interior.
Costs
Find a peugeot/citroen mechanic and you're away.
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On the road
Driving
Handles really well. Makes me smile when I thrash it. Way lush and 1400 makes it well balanced and a good laugh.
Performance
Any faster and I would be dead. Plenty o' quickness.
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Living with it
Reliability
Mines done 123,000 and it's sound, but I look after it honest buh.
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Personally I thought this car was cool before I bought it and I still do now. Everybody knows they are good and well better than any Fiesta, Corsa or Clio, but 1600 GTi is cooler.
Comfort
I doubt any new small car rides as well as this - honestly. The seats in mine are brilliant and so is the driving position.
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Security and Service
Security
Not great, but someone did unsuccessfully try and force a lock. Never been broken into or nicked.
Service
I'll be honest, the dealer was pish, but I know a quality bloke who's an expert and charges pennies, and he's got a workshop 1 mile away.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Oil leak. Coolant and heater matrix problems. Reconditioned starter motor.
Other
2 new drive shafts, but these are wearing parts aren't they?
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes